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Example Question #331 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CHANSON
Larceny
Girdle
Song
Unguent
Eructation
Song
A "chanson" is a "song," usually a specific type of French composition. An "eructation" is a belch, and an "unguent" is an ointment. "Larceny" is theft. A "girdle" is one of a variety of belt-like garments.
Example Question #332 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GUFFAW
Laugh
Sprig
Catamount
Coracle
Fountain
Laugh
A "guffaw" is a loud, hearty "laugh." A "coracle" is a small boat, and a "sprig" is a small stem or twig. A "catamount" is a type of wildcat, usually a cougar.
Example Question #333 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ULUATION
Equilibrium
Zest
Surprise
Howl
Firmament
Howl
A "ululation" is a howl or a wail and is often used in traditional ceremonial settings. "Firmament" is another word for the sky, and "equilibrium" is balance. "Zest" is a synonym for "zeal." A "surprise" is something unexpected.
Example Question #334 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DEMEANOR
Animosity
Commendation
Ardor
Bearing
Astonishment
Bearing
Someone's "demeanor" is their "bearing," appearance, or manner. "Astonishment" is surprise and awe. "Commendation" is praise or acclaim. "Ardor" means passion, and "animosity" means hatred.
Example Question #335 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOJOURN
Rest
Soup vessel
Melody
Luster
Drinking vessel
Rest
A "sojourn" is a brief "rest" or respite. It is not a type of drinking vessel (tankard, flagon, cask, etc.) or soup vessel ("tureen"). It is also not a "melody," or song. "Luster" is gloss or shine.
Example Question #336 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SQUALL
Storm
Infection
Disagreement
Harvest
Wail
Storm
A "squall" is a brief, intense "storm." It is not a "cry "or "wail," nor is it a "harvest" or crop yield. Another word for "infection" is disease, and another word for "disagreement" is quarrel or squabble.
Example Question #337 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STATUTE
Edict
Inundation
Crypt
Statuary
Sculpture
Edict
A "statute" is an "edict" or law, which is not to be confused with a "statuary," or group of statues (sculptures). A "crypt" is a burial place. An "inundation" is a deluge or flood.
Example Question #338 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APIARY
Balm
Heritage
Beehive
Ordnance
Birdhouse
Beehive
"Apiary" is another word for a large "beehive" or collection of beehives. This is easy to confuse with an "aviary," or large structure for housing birds. "Heritage" is an inheritance, either a literal one or a figurative one. A "balm" is a salve or soothing ointment. "Ordnance" is weaponry, arms.
Example Question #341 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EFFLUVIUM
Odor
Repast
Rejoinder
Gift
Riposte
Odor
"Effluvium" is an unpleasant "odor," discharge, or waste product. It is not a "gift," or present. It is also not a "repast," or feast. "Rejoinder" and "riposte" are synonyms for witty comebacks or remarks.
Example Question #342 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TANKARD
Nobleman
Drinking vessel
Armored vehicle
Armor
Military fortification
Drinking vessel
A "tankard" is a large "drinking vessel" with a single handle, often made of pewter and seen in old-fashioned pubs. Don't confuse this with a "tank" (armored vehicle). It is not "armor," which is a suit worn to protect the body from bullets. It is also not a military fortification, which may also be called a "citadel." There are various titles for noblemen, depending on their status.
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